Yeshiva University Reviews

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Adam from Brooklyn, NY

04/28/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

2 out of 3 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

Jews who love Torah and know that it is important nowadays to have a college degree to ultimately benefit humanity.

Tips for prospective students

Spend a day in your morning program, see if you feel comfortable. If you do not enjoy what your are doing in the morning, then college (YU in particular) will lead to a head of gray. It's Torah U'Madda (Torah and secular knowledge), only with a solid Torah foundation can you truly succeed in everything else. That being the case, make sure your in the right spot during the morning hours.

Bang for the buck

If you are interested in the medical, psychological, business, or law field while balancing your yeshiva courses; Then YU is worth every penny!

jewish students who are interested in learning more about their heritage.

Bang for the buck

yeshiva university is a very expensive private school, but they offer generous aid, particularly to talented students.

What to do for fun

the sky is the limit as long as you have an unlimited budget. living in nyc, you will have access to broadway shows, concerts, clubs, restaurants, amazing museums, and every kind of shopping possible. there are also many parties, clubs, and activities sponsored by the school.

Food and Dining

the food is great. all the cafeterias offer kosher food.

Dorm Life

first year students (women's division) stay in a high rise dorm in midtown manhattan a few blocks from macy's. there is a very friendly, camp-like atmosphere in these dorms.

Academic Rigor

yeshiva university has an honors program for students who score at least 700 on both the math and english part of the sat. this allows students to take special courses and participate in stimulating educational and cultural opportunities.

Tips for prospective students

visit the campus to make sure you are comfortable with city life. the men's division has a bigger and more central campus than the women's division.

In three sentences

yeshiva university has a men and women's division. it is a small liberal arts college with a strong jewish foundation. all students are required to take classes in judaic studies as well as a traditional load of secular classes.

Dorm life is very warm and active. Lots of activities happening on every floor. Awesome RAs. After freshman year, leave the Brookdale dorm.

Academic Rigor

Tear one, rated 49 in the country. Extremely rigorous, dual curriculum as well. If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.

Tips for prospective students

-get that SAT score! -look up the teachers before you take their course -if you plan to major in medecine, prepare for sleepless nights

In three sentences

YU is a great private university for those with a passion for Judaism who seek an excellent secular education as well. YU is located in the heart of NYC and campus life is anything but dull. There is a great sense of pride and warmth at every corner.

Previous Student from NEW YORK, NY

They got a bunch, and it is easy to create more if you want to take the initiative.

Bang for the buck

They keep things updated but you really don't have time to use everything.

What to do for fun

Hang out, go downtown.

Food and Dining

Always ready on time, and decent, price is outrageous though.

Dorm Life

All boys dorm, since it is a religious school, so don't expect the classical party life movies portray.

Academic Rigor

You can make the courses you take easy or hard, it is up to you to find out which professor you are dealing with.

Tips for prospective students

Be prepared to work hard, and budget your time wisely.

In three sentences

I had a very enjoyable time in this institution. I got a great education, met my wife here, and made lifelong relationships. One thing that was quite difficult, is with the dual curriculum, it is not so easy to get internships and explore career options in the real world, even with being located in NYC.

Hannah from Brooklyn, NY

There are a lot of different clubs, and if you can't find one that matches your interests, you can always create your own if you can find like-minded students.

Great for these types of students

Students interested in Judaism

Bang for the buck

YU is pretty expensive but if you can get financial aid or scholarships, it is definitely worth it.

What to do for fun

YU is in Manhattan, just a short distance from shopping, Broadway, Central Park, and a variety of museums.

Food and Dining

The food selection isn't that great and many students find it difficult to find what to eat on a daily basis.

Dorm Life

There are 4 dorm buildings, one of which has a caf store on the ground floor with food and other necessities. The social scene varies by dorm, but it's easy to find one that suits you. There are two dorm buildings with single rooms, one building with shared rooms, and one building for seniors with luxury 4 or 6 person apartments.

Academic Rigor

YU has an intense double workload that can be stressful at times, but it's rewarding and you end up learning a lot.

Tips for prospective students

If you're looking to attend YU, figure out how to pay for tuition well in advance because it can be pricy. Also, make sure to talk to current students and alumni to see what advice you can get specifically for you.

In three sentences

Yeshiva University is a great place for Jewish students, both religious and non-religious. The academics, professors, and social scene fit a variety of students. Located in Manhattan, it is also close to a lot of cultural attractions.

Stern student

10/05/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Pretty good. As a Jewish institution in middle of NYC, YU is a target for security threats but there are many security guards at all stations on campus and they have a good system in place for alerting students of any potential security threats.

Greek Life

None existent

Clubs and Activities

There's something going on each and every night- from the medical ethics society to sci-fi club, each student is sure to find something that interests them. Some events are co-ed and on YU campus which many students take advantage of. Since there are many clubs with few members, it's not too difficult to get a leadership position which is a great resume booster.

Great for these types of students

Science students (premeds who want to do research and apply to Einstein). Business students- have the opportunity to network and meet with alumni. People going into Jewish education, People who are social , highly academic and want a Jewish environment,

Bang for the buck

The school is an extremely expensive private college and avg tuition with dorming amounts to $40,000 plus. At the same time the EC and academic opportunities at YU are singular and generous scholarships are given on an academic and financial basis. No where else can you get this experience so it's worth it.

What to do for fun

If you're in NYC; take advantage! YU run events also appeal to a variety of students since there are a range of programs.

Food and Dining

Students often complain that there's not enough selection in the caf. One dining room has better selection than the other and being able to use your caf card at local restaurants in convenient.

Dorm Life

I don't dorm but I've heard mixed things from friends/ classmates. It's definitely convenient and adds to the social environment but can be distracting. It's important to have room mates that have similar hygiene and sleep schedules as yourself.

Academic Rigor

Definitely more rigorous and academic than expected. Between the Judaic and secular requirements it's quite a workload and hard to juggle academics with e.c activities but can be managed with a lot of organization. Studying in advance is a must b/c taking so many credits is challenging- no matter how smart you are!

Tips for prospective students

Make friends with older students that can give you advise about which professors to take and can guide you in your career path; it's imperative. Don't play into the competitiveness- especially in the sciences and just focus on doing your personal best. Find your niche and explore your strengths early on.

In three sentences

YU is a school that has many academic, social, and career opportunities. It has a close nit network of contacts and is an excellent resource for students in the sciences and business. The Jewish environment gives it a familiar, homey feel and the small student: teacher ratio make it a top choice.

Diana from Rego Park, NY

Yeshiva University has many clubs that are open to everyone from the school.

Food and Dining

I have eaten only several time at the school's cafeteria and it was delicious.

Dorm Life

I don't dorm but my friends who do tell me that it is a great place and very clean.

Academic Rigor

Although the school gives the opportunities, the student must be the one who achieves the goals on his/her own.

Tips for prospective students

Get advice from professionals in the chosen field before many any rash decisions yourself.

In three sentences

Yeshiva University is a welcoming school that has many opportunities in almost any field. In addition, the faculty members are most helpful. Moreover, Yeshiva University opens many doors for many pre-med students who apply to medical schools.

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